1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1967 Abarth 1300 has manual transmission. 1967 Abarth 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 4606 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 132 L |
